Our motivation is to ask questions relevant to society and to answer them through cutting-edge research and the networking of ideas.
For the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute of Fundamental and Human Rights (LBI-GMR), we are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher/Senior Researcher to work 20 to 30 hours per week within the context of the project “Externalisation and Rightlessness” (https://gmr.lbg.ac.at/externalization-and-rightlessness/?lang=en), funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF). The role, to be filled as soon as possible, will be based in the institute’s Asylum and Migration programme line.
What you can contribute
- Generate new insights into the structural and conceptual foundations of international refugee law
- Research externalisation arrangements globally
- Publish in leading journals and participate in scientific conferences
- Draft proposals for future research projects
- Contribute to the planning and organisation of workshops and conferences for international experts
What you have to offer
- Research experience and publications in international refugee law, in particular on the project focus of externalisation and rightlessness
- The desire to learn, share insights, and cooperate
- Excellent command of English; German is an asset
- Completed PhD degree
What you can expect
The Ludwig Boltzmann Institute of Fundamental and Human Rights (LBI-GMR) is the largest human rights institute in Austria and is affiliated with the University of Vienna. Its interdisciplinary team engages in both basic and applied research, working on a broad range of human rights issues at the international, European, and Austrian levels.
- A value-oriented culture in which humanity, courage, connection, and excellence are the focus of joint action and create an inspiring work environment
- Diversity and equal opportunities in a diversity-oriented corporate culture with a variety of skills and people
- An environment informed by the motivation to learn, by mutual support and cooperation
- A Career Centre that will support your personal and professional development and allow lifelong learning and continuing education
- Work-life balance, e.g., through individual remote work arrangements, flexible working hours, and professional management of parental leave
- Counselling services on physical and mental health issues for you and your family
- Team events such as team days, sports events, and a Christmas party to promote communication and strengthen the team spirit
Details about this job
Part Time (Permanent employment)
- 20 - 30 hours
- Willingness to travel
Place of work
- Wien 1. Bezirk (Innere Stadt)
Required languages
- English C1
Nice-to-have languages
- German B2
Details about this job
Part Time (Permanent employment)
- 20 - 30 hours
- Willingness to travel
Place of work
- Wien 1. Bezirk (Innere Stadt)
Required languages
- English C1
Nice-to-have languages
- German B2
Salary
The advertised position has a fixed term that ends on November 30, 2028. The envisaged gross monthly salary is EUR 4,962 (full-time/all-in).
Overtime
Any accrued overtime is compensated in the form of time off.
Benefits
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Home office
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Flexible working hours
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Team events
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Home office
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Flexible working hours
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Team events
All infos regarding your application
Application time frame:
Until 17.12.2025
Required application documents:
- Résumé
- Cover letter
Contact person
Brita Pohl
+43 (0)1 427727421
Please send your application (CV and motivation letter) via e-mail by 17 December, 2025, 23:59 hrs.
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
Contact
Mag.a Brita Pohl
Ludwig Boltzmann Institute of Fundamental and Human Rights
Freyung 6/2/4
1010 Wien
01/4277-27421
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